How much does a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Bristol cost?

The average train ticket price from Cardiff to Bristol is $34. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Bristol is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Cardiff to Bristol?

A train trip between Cardiff and Bristol is around 46m, although the fastest train will take about 31m. This is the time it takes to travel the 41 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Cardiff and Bristol?

The number of trains from Cardiff to Bristol can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 39. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cardiff to Bristol by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Cardiff to Bristol?

When taking the train from Cardiff to Bristol, you can travel comfortably and safely with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.

Train Cardiff to Bristol from $15

Next train departures

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on November 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	3:54pm	Cardiff Central	33m	4:27pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:27am	Cardiff Central	49m	8:16am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	52m	8:52am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	52m	8:52am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	3:54pm	Cardiff Central	33m	4:27pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:27am	Cardiff Central	49m	8:16am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	52m	8:52am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	52m	8:52am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	3:54pm	Cardiff Central	33m	4:27pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:27am	Cardiff Central	49m	8:16am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	52m	8:52am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	52m	8:52am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:18am	Cardiff Central	32m	7:50am	Bristol Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	7:18am	Cardiff Central	32m	7:50am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:27am	Cardiff Central	49m	8:16am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:50am	Cardiff Central	34m	8:24am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:50am	Cardiff Central	34m	8:24am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	49m	8:49am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	49m	8:49am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	52m	8:52am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:50am	Cardiff Central	44m	9:34am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	10:20am	Cardiff Central	33m	10:53am	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	8:50am	Cardiff Central	44m	9:34am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	9:18am	Cardiff Central	57m	10:15am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	9:35am	Cardiff Central	44m	10:19am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	9:35am	Cardiff Central	44m	10:19am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	10:00am	Cardiff Central	50m	10:50am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	10:00am	Cardiff Central	50m	10:50am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	3:54pm	Cardiff Central	33m	4:27pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:27am	Cardiff Central	49m	8:16am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	52m	8:52am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	52m	8:52am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	3:54pm	Cardiff Central	33m	4:27pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:27am	Cardiff Central	49m	8:16am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	52m	8:52am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	52m	8:52am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	3:54pm	Cardiff Central	33m	4:27pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:27am	Cardiff Central	49m	8:16am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	52m	8:52am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	8:00am	Cardiff Central	52m	8:52am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:50 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Bristol

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

42 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $66	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$16 - $69	Average Duration46m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $12	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cardiff and Bristol?

Stops in Cardiff

A - Cardiff Central

Stops in Bristol

A - Bristol, Bus & Coach Station

B - Filton

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Bristol

How much does a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Bristol cost?
The average train ticket price from Cardiff to Bristol is $34. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Bristol is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Cardiff to Bristol?
A train trip between Cardiff and Bristol is around 46m, although the fastest train will take about 31m. This is the time it takes to travel the 41 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Cardiff and Bristol?
The number of trains from Cardiff to Bristol can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 39. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cardiff to Bristol by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Cardiff to Bristol?
When taking the train from Cardiff to Bristol, you can travel comfortably and safely with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-10

$31

11-11

$31

Today

$31

11-13

$31

11-14

$31

11-15

$31

11-16

$31

11-17

$31

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Bristol was searched and found on Nov 10, 2025 with a price of $31

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Bristol, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $64 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-11-13.